| Brought to you by the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association |
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| September 7, 2011 |
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| It’s election time: Get ready with CRFA’s Provincial Election Toolkits |
| To help you prepare for upcoming elections in Newfoundland, PEI, Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan, CRFA is putting together Election Toolkits for restaurateurs. This is your best chance to be heard! Click on your province to access your toolkit.
PEI | Newfoundland | Manitoba | Ontario (Update)
Saskatchewan’s Election Toolkit will be available in late September. |
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A win for members! B.C. HST debate over, food tax fairness restored
After two years of fighting for food tax fairness, CRFA is pleased the PST – with its restaurant meal tax exemption – will be restored in British Columbia. |
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The 2011 Alberta Foodservice Expo is coming to town!
Alberta’s premier foodservice event hits the BMO Centre, Calgary Stampede Grounds, on Oct. 2 and 3. Featuring leading-edge products and services, chef demonstrations, an educational program, an industry cocktail reception with awards, and much more, this event can’t be missed.
CRFA members get in for free. For all other visitors, admission is $25
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| Good News for CRFA Members! |
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Visa and MasterCard rates drop
Visa and MasterCard base rates for members will drop 0.02%,
effective Dec. 1, 2011. More >
Not a CRFA member? Join today!
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Marketing Tip of the Week: Balloon Marketing
Balloons are eye-catching and effective, and best of all, inexpensive. Industry consultant Diane Chiasson shows you how to take your advertising to new heights with these colourful creations. |
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Canada’s economy hits a speed bump
With the global economy slowing down, Canada’s restaurateurs could face a rocky road ahead. CRFA’s Chris Elliott explains what these economic roadblocks mean for the industry. |
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How to put healthy options on the menu
Today’s diner often has a healthy appetite for nutritional choices. Health Check’s Shirley Kragtwyk-Lefevre shares 10 techniques to help you meet this burgeoning trend. |
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Tips for attracting diners during the fall season
As the weather cools down, so can sales. Brand strategist Barbara MacDonald shows you to spice up your look and menu so your restaurant stays hot all year round. |
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How to wash your hands properly
Hand hygiene is at the heart of proper food safety. Expert Kevin Freeborn hands out tips to effectively educate your food handlers through technique and incentive. |
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| Quebec payroll taxes: Taking a better approach |
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| Coming soon: New food safety rules in New Brunswick |
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